JOLIET- The Joliet Public Library Board of Trustees recently announced the three large meeting rooms at the Black Road Branch will be named after former Executive Director, James (Jim) R. Johnston. The Board also passed a new Naming Rights Policy to recognize those who have supported the Library through financial contributions or outstanding service. “We…… Continue reading James R. Johnston Meeting Rooms Pavilion and Naming Rights Policy
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What’s Happening Project Burnham Video Update: November
Check out our latest video update with photos from “the other side of the wall” showcasing our Ottawa Street Branch construction. https://youtu.be/5BFTmNx3hJE
What’s Happening Project Burnham Video Update: October
Check out our latest video update with photos from “the other side of the wall” showcasing our Ottawa Street Branch construction. https://youtu.be/8JZ4F9fKl8Q
What’s Happening Project Burnham Video: September
Check out our latest video update with photos from “the other side of the wall” showcasing our Ottawa Street Branch construction. https://youtu.be/wE0uzF5ap5A
Construction Photo Update: August
Construction crews have been busy this month! We are entering week 17 of phase one. We are still on schedule for moving to phase two in November, which is when the Ottawa Street side of the building will be done and the team will begin working on the Chicago Street side. This week, bathroom tile…… Continue reading Construction Photo Update: August
Make No Little Plans Groundbreaking Ceremony
Make no little plans! Check out footage from our recent groundbreaking ceremony, what the renovation looks like and learn about our vision for the future. https://youtu.be/TQmqCuk2LIQ
Construction Photo Updates
Check out photos from this week’s construction! Drywall is up around much of the second level.
What’s Happening Project Burnham Video Update
Phase 1 is still going strong! However, there is quite a bit of dust on the other side of the wall, so we haven’t had the chance to get pictures in a week or two! There haven’t been many activities that have affected our patrons or staff (just the occasional bang or noise) but there is…… Continue reading What’s Happening Project Burnham Video Update
Construction Updates and Photos
Week 5 of Phase One! This week, crews worked on shoring up the beams in the ceiling and installing door frames before they can drywall. You can also see the hole that was dug on the Clinton Street side of the building, which will be used as a new staff entrance.
What’s Happening Project Burnham Video Update
Check out our latest video update with photos from “the other side of the wall” showcasing our Ottawa Street Branch construction. https://youtu.be/MgOguLUXOMg
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